What is the cheapest way to get from Rockford to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Rockford to Des Plaines is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockford to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Rockford to Des Plaines is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Rockford and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockford to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal and arriving at Center St & Algonquin Rd via Rosemont CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Rockford to Des Plaines?

The distance between Rockford and Des Plaines is 78 miles. The road distance is 67.6 miles.

How do I travel from Rockford to Des Plaines without a car?

The best way to get from Rockford to Des Plaines without a car is to taxi and train which takes 1h 53m and costs $100 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Rockford to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Rockford to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockford to Des Plaines bus from?

Rockford to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal station.

Where does the Rockford to Des Plaines bus arrive?

Rockford to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departures station.

Can I drive from Rockford to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockford to Des Plaines is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Rockford to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 369+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Rockford to Des Plaines - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rockford to Des Plaines by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Rockford to Harvardtaxi
2. Take the train from Harvard to Des Plainestrain Up-Nw
1h 53m
$105–125
Drive 67.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rockford to Des Plainescar 67.3 mi
1h 17m
$13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departuresbus Van Galder
2h 42m
$40–63

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Distance: 77.1 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Rockford, IL, USA and Des Plaines, IL, USA?

Rockland Coaches operates a bus from 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminal to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 1 Departures every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $12–26 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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